Ihmisarvo
Ihmisarvo, or human dignity, is the inherent worth and equal importance of every human being. It is a foundational ethical and legal concept that underpins human rights, shaping how individuals should be treated and protected from abuse, degradation, and discrimination. As a principle, ihmisarvo implies that persons should never be used merely as means to an end and must be respected as ends in themselves.
In Finland, ihmisarvo is deeply embedded in the legal order. The Finnish Constitution (Perustuslaki) treats human
Internationally, the concept is echoed in major human rights instruments. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Impact and use of ihmisarvo include guiding judicial decisions, policy formulation, and public administration to ensure